Northern Illinois Carry, LLC

The Illinois State Concealed Carry permit is effective for a 5-year period for residents and non-residents. If you were one of the first people to obtain your Concealed Carry license from the State of Illinois, in the spring of 2014 when permits were first available, be sure to register for a renewal class now.  Your class certificate will not expire, so take the renewal class as early as you would like to avoid the rush.  According to the law, (430 ILCS 66/70), subsection C:  A license is invalid upon expiration of the license, unless the licensee has submitted an application to renew the license, and the applicant is otherwise eligible to possess a license under this Act.* The renewal application takes 90-120 days to process, no different than your original application. The class is three hours and consists of two hours of classroom time focused on changes/updates to laws and proper police interaction. The remaining hour is spent on the range. Come to class prepar...

We’ve all seen it and been there to witness a nearby motorist speeding, stopping suddenly, or tailgating and making an unsafe situation for other drivers. Road rage happens when a motorist begins to drive aggressively and affects other motorists in an unsafe way. If you find yourself confronted with road rage, maybe it’s time to consider carrying a concealed weapon . Take a firearms training course and learn the skills you need to protect yourself in a difficult situation. You can also avoid road rage with these tips on what to do when confronted with road rage. Warning Signs Heavy traffic or perceived poor driving are just a few reasons for road rage to occur. Make sure to slow down and try to avoid a fellow motorist who is making threats, driving aggressively, holding a weapon, or approaching your vehicle. Try not to escalate the situation and avoid confrontation at all costs and pay attention to those warning signs to avoid getting into an unsafe situation. Do Not...

Buying your first handgun can be exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. You don’t want to be stuck in a place where you don’t know what you’re looking for or why you even want one in the first place. Before you go out and purchase your first handgun, take these preparations into consideration. Know Your Needs The first thing you need to figure out before purchasing a gun is knowing what you’re going to use it for. Know what you’ll be getting the gun for, whether it’s just to practice shooting at the range, having it for peace of mind in your home, or to have it on you at all times and use it as a conceal and carry weapon. Knowing what you’ll be using it for will help you find just the right type of gun you’ll need for it. Research Now that you know what you’ll be using the gun for, you have a better handle on what type of gun you’ll need to look for. Certain types of guns work better for different circumstances, so make sure you’re getting the best one for you. Fo...

Let’s play a quick round of one of America’s favorite game shows; “Family Feud.” If we were to ask you to name some objects found around your home that often need a good cleaning, chances are “survey says” some of the top responses would include items you frequently use in your bedroom, bathroom and living room. But if you were to ask us this question, one of the first things we would say would be your handgun. While this may not be an answer that would appear in the top 5 responses of those surveyed, it absolutely should be. Taking the best possible care of your handgun ensures that you and your loved ones are properly protected from harm. Giving it a frequent cleaning the right way is absolutely essential to maintain its quality and functionality.  When firing your gun, grimy substances, mainly from powder residue, are left on the exterior and on the barrel If your gun isn’t properly cleaned, this buildup increases over time, making future use of the gun dangerous and unp...

Parenting plays a key role when it comes to teaching kids safe practices around guns, and will build the foundation for them when it comes to how they act around them when they’re older. Small lessons and concepts can be forgotten, but with repetition children can remember standard safety procedures for years to come. The Eddie Eagle GunSafe program, started by the NRA, is meant to teach kids about gun safety in a fun and easy way. Below you’ll find the steps to teach your children: Stop: By teaching your child to stop when he or she sees a gun will allow them to take a moment to think about the other steps they need to remember about the rest of the gun safety instructions. Don’t Touch: A firearm that is left alone and not touched or disturbed is unlikely to fire, keeping your child, or anyone surrounding the gun, out of danger. Run Away: Telling your child to run away from a firearm removes the temptation to touch it, as well as the danger you could put another person in ...

Guns are a popular topic in the U.S. right now, and in light of recent events, many people are applying for a concealed carry permit. Depending on what state you live in, there are very different laws when it comes to concealed carry, specifically the process of obtaining a concealed carry license, and rules and laws on how and where you can carry a concealed weapon. Most states maintain a “shall issue” status when it comes to concealed carry, meaning that one is required to have a concealed carry permit, but granting such permits is subject to only meeting certain criteria determined by the law, not the authority granting the permit. There is also no requirement on the application to demonstrate a “good cause,” and this is the case in Illinois. Does this sound like a lot of information you need to remember? If it does, you’re right, there are many rules and regulations when it comes to concealed carry, and when you sign up for courses, you’ll learn all you need to know abo...

One of the most commonly asked questions from beginning shooters is what is the “best” caliber bullet to protect their home and family. This is a difficult question to answer because there are a multitude of variables that must be considered when making this important choice. Since shooters come in many different sizes, it’s impossible to prescribe a one-size-fits-all solution. Factors that must be taken into consideration include the size and weight of the shooter, hand strength, and ability to withstand the recoil of the gun chosen. Price often also comes into play, and if the gun will be used only by one person, or by several family members of different sizes. That said, there are some guidelines that will help new shooters select the appropriate firearm and caliber for their needs: Size and Strength of the Shooter - If you ever find yourself threatened at your home or business, you’ll certainly agree that the possession of any firearm, of any caliber, is better than no f...